Whether you’re hoping to get some extra protection from the sun, would rather not expose your arms or just prefer a more modest sleeve length, these breezy frocks have got you covered. Literally. And just because they’ve got more fabric up top doesn’t mean you’ll end the day in a gross, sweaty puddle. Here, 34 hot-weather-approved long-sleeve options to get you through the next few months in style.
34 Summer Dresses with Sleeves (That Won’t Cause You to Overheat)
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4. Lane Bryant Striped Maxi Dress
The slanted stripes of the bodice draw the eye up and in which is a super-easy way to create a slimming effect. The vertical stripes of the skirt, on the other hand will help elongate your frame no matter your hieght.
Buy it ($70; $42)
Available in sizes 10 to 28
9. Who What Wear 3/4 Sleeve Dress
The easiest way to balance the extra fabric of a long sleeve is by taking the hem up higher. Of course, adding buttons so you can adjust the amount of skin showing never hurts.
Buy it ($37)
Available in sizes 1X to 4X
13. Who What Wear Short Sleeve Dress
Not entirely sold on that hot pink hue? (Though we swear it’s easier to pull off than you think.) This fit-and-flare frock also comes in classic white and a pretty black floral print.
Buy it ($37)
Available in sizes 1X to 4X
14. Burlesque Fluttering Romance Midi Dress
The fluttering sleeves on this lightweight floral dress offer just enough upper-arm coverage without feeling heavy or restrictive.
Buy it ($79)
Available in sizes L to 4X
15. Apiece Apart Nyang Nyang Dress
Swap the matching string belt for a light brown leather one to really define your waist, or skip a belt altogether and embrace the tent dress silhouette.
Buy it ($375)
Available in sizes 14 to 22
17. Ava & Viv Floral Print Short Sleeve Wrap Dress
Tropical blooms add a little vacation vibe to your day, even if your plan consists of nothing but sitting on your couch binge-watching The Office... again.
Buy it ($30; $24)
Available in sizes X to 4X
19. Eloquii Dress With Dramatic Puff Sleeves
Wrap dresses aren’t always easy for those with big boobs to wear (too much cleavage, not enough fabric, lots of gaping), but the experts at Eloquii have cut this dress just so to wrap perfectly to show off just the right amount of clavicle.
20. Wray Rosemary Dress
This billowing midi isn’t nearly as neon in person as you might fear. In fact, we’d venture to call it the ultimate shade of lime.
Buy it ($225)
Available in sizes XS to 4XL
23. Line And Dot Embroidered Mini Dress
The combination of subtle daisy embroidery and a row of buttons at the back make this simple white frock feel a little more special.
Buy it ($106)
Available in sizes XS to L
24. Self Portrait Rust Taffeta Midi Dress
This rust-hued midi combines two of our top favorite summer trends: puff sleeves and a square neckline.
29. Lisa Marie Fernandez For Target Polka Dot Puff Sleeve Shirtdress
If Moira Rose shopped at Target you know she’d for sure have this polka-dot frock in her shopping cart.
Buy it ($55; $25)
Available in sizes XXS to 3X
32. Rhode Ella Dress Thread Embroidery
Rhode’s Ella dress has become the calling card of the brand and a staple among fashion influencers. And while there are lots of prints and patterns (and some solid hues, too) to choose from, we think this wood-block floral print is perhaps one of the prettiest designs yet.
33. Outerknown Wildflower Dress
The neckline of this midi is fully elasticized so you can pull it down over your shoulders to create a sexy off-the-shoulder silhouette at will.
Buy it ($198)
Available in sizes XS to L